Flower Mound High School to host The 2012 FMHS Bass Championship Tournament Saturday Oct. 27th on Lake Grapevine Lake, TX

                  October 27th, 2012

Registration Meeting/Rules Briefing/Launch: October 27th, 2012 at Murrell Park, Grapevine Lake, Flower Mound, TX 75022. 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Weigh in: 3:30 p.m.

Who: Open to all 9-12 grade SAF Members (If not members, call TBF National office to join 580.765.9031, $25)

Entries are limited to 25 boats, first ones to register will be notified that entry is confirmed via email.

Entry Fee: $20 Per Student Angler / $40 Per Boat / No Charge for Boat Captains. CASH ONLY. Due and payable at registration.

Student Form Requirement: Valid High School ID / $20 Entry Fee (Cash) / TBF member card (Temp card can be emailed call 580-765-9031) / Valid Fishing License (17 or older) / Proof of liability insurance (boat owners only) / Completed release of liability waiver.

Captain Form Requirement: Valid Fishing License / Proof of Liability Insurance (Boat owners only) / Complete release of liability waiver.

Boat Requirement: 16’ with working live well, killswitch and lights.

Rules: www.fmhsbassteam.com

SAF Membership: $25 a year for SAF membership, includes free entry into the 2013 State Championships and free entry into the 2013 High School Fishing World Finals. They will also be eligible for other SAF opens (entry fees determined by schools and clubs holding them). To become a member contact TBF Offices at 580-765-9031.

Prizes: Top 3 teams and Big Bass. (Depends on number of entries)

Contact: Steve Davis at 469-948-3481 or email: davissc@lisd.net

How to Register: Visit www.fmhsbassteam.com, click FMHS Championship tab, then click “Entry Form”

LIMITED TIME MEMBERSHIP OFFER

Beginning October 15, The Bass Federation is offering limited edition FEDERATION ANGLER branded rods custom built for grassroots federation anglers by a premium rod manufacturer! This is a one of a kind member benefit!

With your purchase you get a custom Federation Angler branded rods for $50 plus S/H delivered right to your door……AND we will pay your National dues owed for 2013!

That’s right!!!  Purchase a top quality federation angler rods at a GREAT price & receive all national membership dues owed at…. NO COST TO YOU!

***THIS OFFER IS LIMITED and timing is important.  We need to process orders early so WE can get your national dues paid BEFORE your club starts updating for 2013 so the roster system will not charge you dues.***

Orders open online at www.federationangler.com starting October 15.  We will pay and process your 2013 National dues owed at the time of purchase, (*if they haven’t already been paid for 2013).  Rods will arrive at our warehouse and ship to you in December, just in time for Christmas! We expect to sell out so DO NOT DELAY! Place your order as early as possible!

Features:

  • IM7 graphite
  • Blank Thru Split Grip
  • Cork handle
  • 7 feet in length
  • The spinning rods are 7’ medium action….. while the bait casting rods 7’ medium-heavy action.
  • Your choice of spinning or bait casting rod
  • Place the order online at www.federationangler.com starting October 15

If you have any questions please contact the federation national office at 580-765-9031 or email sales@federationangler.com.  For full details visit www.federationangler.com.

Budget Law Will Freeze Sport Fish Restoration Fund

Unprecedented move will impact economy and fisheries conservation

Alexandria, VA – September 24, 2012– On September 14, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released its recommendations for budget cuts that include withholding parts of the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, a move that would have a significant impact on fisheries conservation and the jobs it supports. OMB’s action was triggered by the failure of the Congress and the Administration to enact a plan to reduce the deficit by $1.2 trillion, as required by the Budget Control Act of 2011. Continue reading